Detailed job description
and main responsibilities
With appropriate supervision and support from senior colleagues, undertakes the assessmentof patients with suspected Tuberculosis (TB), including both latent and active disease, as well as other mycobacterial infections.
Through structured training, develops the competence to work effectively both within a multidisciplinary team and, where appropriate, autonomously. Demonstrates clinical knowledge and skills—underpinned by theory and practical experience—to holistically assess and manage patient care, often in complex clinical and/or social circumstances.
Progressively acquires the expertise to become an accountable practitioner, assisting the TB team in managing patients requiring TB screening, BCG vaccination, LTBI, TB and NTM diseases. This includes exercising a high level of professional autonomy and clinical judgement under the supervision of senior colleagues across both primary and secondary care settings.
Supports, and where appropriate, contributes to the development and implementation of service and policy improvements, influencing practice beyond own area and across disciplines. This is guided by current evidence-based practice and aligned with the Trust’s values-based approach to care.
Under supervision acts as a knowledgeable resource on TB for colleagues, patients, and the wider community. Supports the development, delivery, and evaluation of TB-related education for a broad range of healthcare professionals across care settings, as well as for patients and the public.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
1. Current registration with relevant UK professional body E.G. NMC
2. English at GCSE grade C/4 or Functional Skill Level 2 & Maths at GCSE grade C/4 or Functional Skill Level 2 or above
3. Demonstrates evidence of on-going continuous professional development
Desirable criteria
4. Diploma/degree level study/training in a relevant subject area E.G TB, Public Health, Health Protection, Respiratory/Occupational Health Nursing etc
Experience
Essential criteria
5. Demonstrates up-to-date knowledge of best practice, particularly within specialty area and the application of this in practice.
6. Demonstrates awareness of research-based practice and advocate on its use it to improve the quality of patient clinical assessment and management.
7. Demonstrates experience of implementing, commenting on and proposing changes to policies and protocols or clinical practice.
8. Able to demonstrate ability to deliver basic training and education to patients and staff within UHD and the community
9. Demonstrates ability to accept responsibility for working under own initiative within boundaries of role.
10. Demonstrates commitment to working as part of a team and contribute to teambuilding activities
Desirable criteria
11. Previous experience of working with people with TB or stigmatised conditions
Technical Skills Competencies
Essential criteria
12. Demonstrates clinical reasoning, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
13. Demonstrable ability to work in a busy environment and resilience when the service is under pressure.
14. Demonstrates competence in calmly and professionally working with patients, relatives and work colleagues in a confidential and sensitive manner.
15. Able to accept responsibility for working under own initiative within boundaries of role.
16. Able to demonstrate dexterity and competence in computer keyboard skills, use of Teams and Microsoft Excel and word as well as the use of specialist equipment and tools.
17. Must have a full and valid UK Drivers licence, be a competent and confident driver and have daily access to a roadworthy Car/Van or Motorbike and be prepared to travel across East Dorset and the surrounding areas to deliver care as and when needed, including without notice. Please note this will include travelling to areas not served by public transport and using both busy A and remote B roads.
Desirable criteria
18. TB management skills
19. Experience in vaccination/ screening
20. Ability to analyse and interpret information from patient assessment and interventions.
21. Able to demonstrate leadership skills